Analyst, Production Finance (Temp position - 4 months)

BUILD SOMETHING BIGGER THAN YOURSELF 
 

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise with the following business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, Disney Parks, and Experiences and Products. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

How will you contribute to our magical experience?

The Analyst, Production Finance will join the team to ensure timely and accurate execution of payments across the LATAM organization, in compliance with internal policies and established deadlines, within a multi-currency environment.

This role also provides financial support to the overall LATAM organization. A successful candidate is a self-starter who is willing to embrace challenges and continually seeks opportunities for efficiency, innovation, and process improvement.

The Analyst, Production Finance will be responsible for:

• Ensuring timely and accurate execution of payments across the LATAM organization, in compliance with internal policies and established deadlines.
• Controlling and following up on the purchasing process, including purchase order creation and vendor setups.
• Managing timely payments to talent, writers, music-related services, production houses, and acquisitions.
• Developing and maintaining strong relationships with vendors, providing support related to invoices and payment status.
• Partnering with the Shared Services Support Center to resolve issues that may delay payments.
• Maintaining updated payment status reports and databases to monitor payments and cash flow impact.
• Supporting cash flow reporting and forecasts (5YP, AOP, Forecast) in collaboration with the Finance Planning team.
• Performing ad hoc analysis and reporting as required to support the financial needs of local productions.

What we need from you to be part of this story:

• Advanced student or degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related fields.
• Proven experience in Finance roles, preferably with a strong focus on payments, Accounts Payable, or Procure-to-Pay processes.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and tight deadlines, ensuring timely execution of payments.
• Strong proficiency in Excel (intermediate to advanced level) and experience working with SAP and Coupa.
• Intermediate English is a plus.
• Self-motivated and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.

 Additional Information:

At Disney, we believe it takes great people to create the memorable experiences, products and services our consumers know and love. We are a team of storytellers and hire under equal opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability and gender identity. We foster a corporate culture of belonging and inclusiveness, which empowers our staff and company to thrive. At Disney, everyone has the opportunity to speak up and participate, grow and share ideas.

“You can design and create, and build the most wonderful place in the world. But it takes people to make the dream a reality.” Walt Disney